ANNETTE CONTRERAS
Las Cruces
Summary
Empathetic and community-focused care coordination professional with extensive experience conducting comprehensive needs assessments, addressing social determinants of health (SDOH), and coordinating multidisciplinary support for diverse populations. Skilled in person-centered planning, behavioral and socioeconomic intervention, crisis support, and strengthening member engagement through culturally responsive communication.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Title I Interventionist
Las Cruces High School
01.2022 - Current
- Conduct in-person and telephonic needs assessments addressing behavioral, socioeconomic, medical, and environmental factors.
- Develop individualized care plans and connect individuals to community and behavioral health resources.
- Provide coaching to promote self-management and reduce barriers to wellness.
- Collaborate with CYFD, Juvenile Probation, counselors, and community providers.
- Lead intervention strategies supporting engagement, attendance, and stability.
- Coordinate community support programs including food distribution and clothing resources.
Secondary Math Teacher
Mayfield High School
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Provided individualized behavioral and instructional support to diverse learners.
- Applied assessments to identify needs and recommend interventions.
- Cultivated culturally responsive relationships to strengthen engagement.
Instructional Specialist
Mayfield High School
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Supported development of improvement plans addressing whole-person needs.
- Delivered training on intervention strategies and data-analysis.
- Coordinated supports for high-needs populations.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Administration
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education (Mathematics)
New Mexico State University
Skills
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; Documentation Tools; Communication Platforms (Remind, ParentSquare, Canvas)
Accomplishments
- Explore Act Tell Grant Winner (2025, 2024)
- LCHS Educational Support Personnel of the Year (2024)
- Teacher Impact Award (2024)
- Roadrunner Food Bank Grant Winner (2024)
Languages
Bilingual: English & Spanish
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP & RESOURCE NAVIGATION
Collaborated with Roadrunner Food Bank, Catholic Charities, Explore Act Tell, and Albertsons., Connected members experiencing homelessness, food insecurity, or crisis with essential supports.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Comprehensive Needs Assessment (CNA), Care Coordination, Person-Centered Planning, Social Determinants of Health (SDOH), Behavioral Health Support, Motivational Interviewing, Telephonic & In-Person Outreach, Cultural Competence, Member Engagement, Self-Management Coaching, Community Resource Navigation, Crisis Response, Documentation & Reporting, Managed Care Understanding, Field-Based Outreach
Timeline
Title I Interventionist
Las Cruces High School
01.2022 - Current
Secondary Math Teacher
Mayfield High School
01.2015 - 01.2022
Instructional Specialist
Mayfield High School
01.2012 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education (Mathematics)
New Mexico State University
Master of Arts - Education Administration
University of Phoenix